as in relaxation
activity engaged in to amuse oneself
an extremely serious scientist who is not much given to dalliance or idle chitchat
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Recent Examples of dalliance
No one exemplifies the boom and bust – the flash and dalliances with the justice system – of the American Dream more than President Trump.
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Ryan Craig, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
Otherwise, Mohawk’s dalliance with bitcoin mining will become a cautionary tale.
—Joel Khalili, WIRED, 21 Oct. 2024
That is played out as light romantic comedy, capturing their near innocent dalliance.
—John Hopewell, Variety, 22 Oct. 2024
There’s his erratic online behavior, his promotion of conspiracy theories on X, his far-right-wing dalliances, and his recent decision to go all-in on one side of a divisive presidential election.
—Dev Patnaik, Forbes, 12 Oct. 2024
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Ryan Craig, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
Otherwise, Mohawk’s dalliance with bitcoin mining will become a cautionary tale.
—Joel Khalili, WIRED, 21 Oct. 2024
That is played out as light romantic comedy, capturing their near innocent dalliance.
—John Hopewell, Variety, 22 Oct. 2024
There’s his erratic online behavior, his promotion of conspiracy theories on X, his far-right-wing dalliances, and his recent decision to go all-in on one side of a divisive presidential election.
—Dev Patnaik, Forbes, 12 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dalliance
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That shared experience of laughing together helps both of us find relaxation.Amanda Schupak, New York Times, 13 Jan. 2025
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Designed in-house and exclusive to Anthropologie, Celandine offers playful colors and prints, novelty textures, breathable gauze and linen fabrics that offer a range of sensibilities from preppy to sensual and reflect the spirit of adventure and relaxation.Lisa Lockwood, WWD, 13 Jan. 2025
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Gilbert, a fast-growing town in Maricopa County, recently voted to raise taxes for various needs that have arisen with its expansion, including parks and recreation money that would fund pickleball courts.Danielle Chemtob, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
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Residents can sign up for alerts through the company. Southlake Library & Nature Center The library, nature center and all recreation centers and programs are closed Jan. 9 due to inclement weather.Harrison Mantas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Jan. 2025
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Minimalist is out, here: Expect fun, bright maximalist patterns and bright colors in Deco’s live/work space.Melissa Oyler, Charlotte Observer, 17 Jan. 2025
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These dinner parties are far from a snooze, with themes, food, and fun.Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 17 Jan. 2025
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And to Cumming’s amusement, the cast seems genuinely scared of him at times, treating him as an almost omniscient voice of God on the show.Rebecca Alter, Vulture, 9 Jan. 2025
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Internet viewers were quick to share their amusement and admiration for Milo's antics.Lydia Patrick, Newsweek, 7 Jan. 2025
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The more than 90,000 daily visitors at the 2025 event spend time mixing both tennis and entertainment across the nearly 100-acre festival atmosphere.Tim Newcomb, Forbes, 16 Jan. 2025
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For now, the focus is on entertainment partners across video, television, books and more.Sara Fischer, Axios, 16 Jan. 2025
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Part of the internet’s enjoyment about it may be down to changing viewing habits and the evolution of community.Callum Booth, Forbes, 15 Jan. 2025
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Food affordability and accessibility was shown in the data to be a huge barrier to enjoyment and satisfaction, Dugan said.Madeline Holcombe, CNN, 14 Jan. 2025
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“Dalliance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dalliance. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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